Embers of Hidden Crown: Trials of Unseen Heir
part 2
Kate ( 1st princess)
I guess you caught me , ha ha !
Hinami
Oh my , I apologise for my crude behaviour Your Highness ! I'm willing to receive any punishment !
Kate ( 1st princess)
Hey chill , you're no joke yourself ~ you're the daughter of Grand Duke aren't you ,
Hinami
That is irrelevant when it comes to you your highness!
Kate ( 1st princess)
Between me and you , let's just ignore the meaningless status names and become friends
Kate ( 1st princess)
what do you say ?
Hinami
It would be an honor your Highness
Kate ( 1st princess)
Kate , I prefer that if you will
We had the chance to hang out a bit more and the day finally came to an end
We returned back to the Dukedom
Home at last . Even so , I believe my time at the ball was fruitful since I had the chance to get acquainted with the princess and make friends.
I hope our friendship will become as honest as their first Impression on me and that it would be ever lasting one
With that in mind , A new day lies ahead so I decided to rest my body and mind with slumber.
I woke up early in the morning and decided to visit the library first thing.
I went to the carriage without informing my parents and asked our Chauffeur to drop me off at the library
Once He agreed , we went on a journey for an hour and finally arrived at the Imperial library
There , I registered my membership and entered the place only to move straight to the Imperial charter Policy and Regulation section
I picked out a few books to read when suddenly, I came across an odd piece of fine ledger sealed with a blue emerald
I tried to open the book but it was tightly sealed with no key hole or any other opening means
Bewildered by the odd encounter, I shoved the book in one of the books I was registering to take home and took a seat to revise ' Some of the Principals to Achieve Diplomacy '
The weather was windy yet warm. The warm breeze in the air kept tingling my face as I delved deeper into the Chapters I'm reading, page by page.
In midst of my deep contemplation of the words in the book , A man's voice called me out from behind
Erick
' Principals to Achieve Diplomacy ' ?
Hinami
huh ? * turns around *
I found a good looking red head sitting next to me
Erick
It's rare to see a Lady interested in politics ~
Erick
I'm surprised that a beautiful little lady like you would be into such things , a truly unique combination
Erick
I'm just wondering but , why ?
Hinami
why would I tell you silly, we just met......wait
Hinami
Ahem......( Mom told me to adress people based on their status cause I might get in trouble if I don't, this man....he does look like a noble .....)
Since Addressing people with their right title isn't something overlooked in our Empire , I have to be careful
Hinami
Sir , how would you like me to address you , I'm inexperienced in these kinds of things you see
Erick
just call me Erick ,
Erick
That's right ~ And who might this young lady be ?
Erick
And Hinami , I'm truly shocked to see you with this book , I'm dying to know the reason for indulging yourself in it
Hinami
well.....I like books and I read every type of genre , including politics
And then I though , maybe this man will help me open the mysterious book I found earlier
Hinami
So Erick....do you know how to forcefully open things ?
Hinami
I want you to help me open this book * takes out of bag *
Erick
I've never seen anything like this before
Hinami
Indeed , I tried to pick the lock but there was no lock to begin with
Erick
then why don't we try using the screw bar
Erick
Yes , * takes out screw bar *
Hinami
where on earth......?
Erick
How do you think I got in ~
Erick
Not really, I was banned from the Imperial library because of reasons.....
Erick
We'll speak about that later , now let's try using this bar and see if it opens
Hinami
ok....? , I hope this works
We placed the screw bar in the right position and tried to open the book , but instead, the screw bar flew off to the windows next to us and broke it.....we technically broke an Imperial window......
Erick
I guess you're getting band too , Ha Ha !
I jumped out of my seat and rushed away towards the broken window
Erick
H-hey what are doing !?
I then jumped outside the window and dashed away leaving Erick behind
Erick
what just happened.....
Guard
Hey ! you !! you're the one who broke the windows right !!
Erick
well....I'm getting banned again 😶
Hinami
phew ! almost got in trouble Ha ha !
Soon I realized, I just took some books without registering them so I had to return back , sneak in and register the books I was about to take home
Librarian
Excuse me Lady , but this book doesn't have a registration code
Hinami
hm ? does that mean....?
Librarian
it doesn't belong to the Imperial library
Hinami
Really , then what am I supposed to do now ?
Librarian
As long as it doesn't have a registration code , You can keep it until we find the owner
Hinami
Then I shall take my leave ,
I left the place and we went back home with the carriage.
I was absolutely puzzled by the odd book Today....how do I open that thing ??
After an hour long of drive through the City , we finally arrived at the Dukedom
There , I went out of the carriage and tried to sneak in the Mansion when
Dad
Let me guess , You were at the Imperial library
Hinami
Ya....please don't tell mom
Mom
Too late , I already know
Hinami
Mom , hear me out_____.
Mom
No young lady listen, sneaking out of the house without someone to escort you is unacceptable !
Dad
Yes , Hina , Our reputation will fall through as it will get Rumored that our only soon to be wed daughter is running everywhere as she pleases
Mom
we'll discuss that later , now get inside and have something to eat
I followed my mom's orders and went in to my chamber. There , I changed my outfit and took a bath only to dine in my room
But for some unknown, I feel uneasy , as if something was about to happen soon......
With that in mind , days passed and turned into weeks .There was no sign of Erick in the library so I enjoyed my time reading books and studying further about our country
When everything was going smoothly, A day came where I was invited by the Princess Kate to a tea party at the Imperial palace
But one nuisance is that my parents hired a personal knight for me so I could be safe and stop sneaking out the Mansion. And surprisingly....it worked 😑
Maid sui
My lady , this is a letter from ....* reades adress* the princess !?
Maid sui
Oh my God My lady ! you're already famous I see ~
Hinami
Come on Sui , it's not because of me, I'm sure the princess had good reasons to call for me
Maid sui
It's a tea party ~ you'll probably have fun
Hinami
well....that's good too , right ?
Maid sui
Ofcaurse my lady , it's an invitation from the Princess ! that's an honor itself !
Hinami
well that's true...I guess I could see things positively
Maid sui
Now , Me and my team shall dress you up so you could look even more gorgeous than you already are !
Sui called out the maids and they started dressing me up for the event
After a while , I was ready to go
At the Imperial Palace.....
Alastair( 1st prince)
I don't get it though , why do you want to get closer to Her ?
Kate ( 1st princess)
I can tell that she's different from any noble lady that I've met
Alastair( 1st prince)
And ?
Kate ( 1st princess)
I think I would be more comfortable befriending her unlike any other
Alastair( 1st prince)
You and your Intuitions , well whatever ~ I hope she'll get along with sephora too
Kate ( 1st princess)
......
Guard
Your Highness , Daughter of the Grand Duke , Hinami Leonard has arrived and seeks your time.
Kate ( 1st princess)
You may let her in
Guard
Understood your Highness
Kate ( 1st princess)
get out before you scare my new friend !
Alastair( 1st prince)
chuh , as if I want to be here to listen to your insignificant words. I'm about to leave anyways
My brother the Crown prince stood up from his seat and started walking towards the exit when Lady Hinamy entered the place escorted by a knight
Hinami
Greetings your Highness * bows head *
Alastair( 1st prince)
Yes , I'm honoured , enjoy your time with my sweet sister~
Alastair exited the room and lady Hinami took a seat in front of me
Kate ( 1st princess)
Hinami ! I'm so glad you came by !
Hinami
ofcaurse your highness, how could I refuse your invitation
Kate ( 1st princess)
come on ~ you had every right to do so, don't feel obliged to meet me , I just wanted us to become friends
Hinami
oh , I'd be honoured
Kate ( 1st princess)
great ! ha ha !
Hinami and I had a long warm conversation with eachother where we shared our experiences, motivation and goals.
It was such a thrilling experience ! Hinami was a lot more fun and laid back which was exactly what I'm looking for unlike every lady I meet , caring only about what others would think about them
Days passed after our first meeting and our meetings became more and more frequent
I invited her almost twice a week and we went out to the city together as frequent
It was fun , we understood eachother, Cared and looked out for eachother and both of us were laid back on Society's rules
Now that a month have passed , we were comfortable with eachother calling our first names and spending more time together
And today , we decided to go out to the main city for exploration
And a time for new , stunning discoveries
I am loving everything right now !! eeeeek !
The two friends I made at the Ball were definitely fruitful and worth it
I spend two days in a week with the princess and almost every other day with Brenda , Since she comes often with her dad for business
It was truly a great experience since I mostly read books and hang out with young children among the commoners ( since everyone my age is married )
And today Kate and I decided to go out to the main city and explore new things
Guard
Your Highness , we have arrived ~
Kate ( 1st princess)
Here we go !
We went out of the Royal carriage and into the City our journey began
Hinami
Kate , have you ever been to the city alone
Kate ( 1st princess)
No way....* whisper * ofcourse
Hinami
* whisper * ...me too
Knight Marshall
My lady , what do you have in mind for the day ?
Hinami
well , Her highness and I will be shopping for clothes so you can sit this one out
Knight Marshall
How could I my lady , your parents would kill me if I left you alone
Hinami
You can't possibly get in a ladies garment store ,
Knight Marshall
but my lad_______.
Hinami
please Marshall, we'll be back quickly !
Knight Marshall
* sigh * , your going to sneak away aren't you
Hinami
I'll double your salary
Knight Marshall
* sigh * off you go then
Hinami
yay ! thank you Marshall you're the best !
We escaped the guards who were appointed for the princess with Marshall's help and fled into a different part of the city
There , we ate street food , danced at the small festival with the people and enjoyed our time
Kate ( 1st princess)
And now , it was time to for us to return Home
Kate ( 1st princess)
Hina , do you know which way we came from ?
Hinami
I think it was from there , oh wait no from there !
Man 1
Hey ~ what are you two beautiful ladies doing here all alone ~
Kate ( 1st princess)
.....( Urgh , annoying)
man 2
Judging from your outfits , you must be nobles right !
Hinami
And what if we are ?
Man 1
Oh , this cute lady here likes to talk back I see ~
man 2
let's cut to the chase shall we
Man 1
Why don't you two come with us and we will show you something delightful ~
man 2
we shall take you with force
Thugs
* laugh * is she serious ha ha ha !
Man 1
I like your confidence but you shouldn't have said that young lady , ha ha !
Man 1
* grabs Hinami's hands *
Kate ( 1st princess)
Hina !!? ( oh no !! )
Man 1
.....( what just happened....was I hit by a truck ?? )
Hinami
Don't touch me Sir , touching without the other parties will is considered an assault
Hinami
An assault according to the law is fined with a heavy price. Failure to pay the appointed price will result in payment with body parts such as donating a kidney or limbs
Thugs
is she some kind of jurists daughter , what if she is , we'll get in trouble....should we be doing this....* murmur *
Man 1
Shut it ! Lady , why don't you lower your head like other women and _________.
Man 1
AAAAAA !!! * coughs * !
Man 1
What on earth !!? how are you so strong !!?
Hinami
how are you so weak ??
Kate ( 1st princess)
pfffftt , HA HA HA !!
man 2
Does this look funny to you !
man 2
* raises hand to hit Kate *
Thugs
these two aren't sane ! let's get out of here !!?
Man 1
I'll seek revenge next time !
man 2
* unconscious *.....
Hinami
Wow Kate ! where did that move come from !?
Kate ( 1st princess)
talk about yourself girl ~ what was that just now !
Kate ( 1st princess)
Did you practice marshal arts ??
Hinami
Well....don't tell my parents but yeah , I learned different kinds of martial arts and swordsmanship in secret ...
Kate ( 1st princess)
No wonder he started bleeding with one hit , HA HA !
Hinami
what about you ! you're so strong that you left this man unconscious !
Kate ( 1st princess)
I actually also train swordsmanship back at the Imperial palace
Kate ( 1st princess)
My Mother isn't happy about it but it's okay since Father approved of it
Hinami
That's amazing, I wish I had the chance to train like you with freedom
Kate ( 1st princess)
Then why not train with me
Hinami
Back at the Imperial palace !?
Hinami
How could I ! that would be ______.
Kate ( 1st princess)
It's okay, I'll take responsibility if anything happens
Hinami
you'd do that form me ?
Kate ( 1st princess)
ofcaurse, anything for my little Hina
Hinami
Now let's find our way back
Kate ( 1st princess)
I agree !
After agonizing three hours of walking by foot , we finally found our way to the carriage and went back home
Cassius
Hina , I looked into the book you gave me and I failed to understand how to open it
Hinami
But I.....I really wanted to know what's inside..
Hinami
Have you no clue how to open it
Cassius
well....it might be dangerous but I know someone who can help us
Hinami
You do ! that's great then !
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